Courses

Healthy Chinese Takeout

Learn to create a variety of Chinese takeout menu options that will be light on the wallet - and the waist.

Tuesday, January 20, 2026, City Center, JCTR-3001 Community Culinary Kitchen

Taco Tuesday

We'll craft various fillings with several sweet and spicy salsas for deliciously authentic tacos.

Tuesday, January 27, 2026, City Center, JCTR-3001 Community Culinary Kitchen

Healthy Italian Night

Students will learn how to create a balanced Italian dinner that feels indulgent but is lighter and nutrient conscious.

Thursday, February 5, 2026, City Center, JCTR-3001 Community Culinary Kitchen

Bake Your Own Mardi Gras King Cake

Learn how to bake the traditional New Orleans dessert that has become a symbol of the season.

Monday, February 9, 2026, City Center, JCTR-3001 Community Culinary Kitchen

Heart-Shaped French Macarons

Learn how to make heart-shaped Macarons just in time for Valentine's Day.

Tuesday, February 10, 2026, City Center, JCTR-3001 Community Culinary Kitchen

Wine & Charcuterie Pairing Experience

You'll learn how to craft a show-stopping charcuterie board that perfectly balances sweet bites, savory delights and thoughtfully selected wines.

Tuesday, February 17, 2026, City Center, JCTR-3001 Community Culinary Kitchen

Chicago-Style Pizza Pot Pie

Learn to recreate Chicago's iconic pizza pot pie, complete with homemade dough, flavorful fillings and step-by-step assembly.

Thursday, March 5, 2026, City Center, JCTR-3001 Community Culinary Kitchen

Saturday Morning Fresh Baked Sweets

Discover the art of indulgent morning bakes, from tender scones and flavorful sweet breads to a cinnamon roll coffee cake worth savoring.

Saturday, March 7, 2026, City Center, JCTR-3001 Community Culinary Kitchen

Empanadas Made Sweet

Discover the sweet side of Mexican baking with homemade empanadas prepared completely from scratch.

Wednesday, March 18, 2026, City Center, JCTR-3001 Community Culinary Kitchen

Crock Pot Meal Prep

Learn to prepare no fuss recipes that are good and good for you in this demonstration and tasting class.

Tuesday, March 24, 2026, City Center, JCTR-3001 Community Culinary Kitchen

Tres Leches Cake

Learn how to bake, prepare and decorate this beloved Latin American dessert from start to finish.

Wednesday, March 25, 2026, City Center, JCTR-3001 Community Culinary Kitchen

Sheet Pan Dinners

In this class, students will learn how to prepare a complete, healthy menu using simple sheet pan techniques.

Tuesday, March 31, 2026, City Center, JCTR-3001 Community Culinary Kitchen

Same Day Breads: Sandwich Loaves, Bagels & Baguettes

Learn the techniques behind three essential bread styles: a soft enriched loaf, chewy boiled bagels and a crusty lean baguette.

Tuesday, April 7, 2026, City Center, JCTR-3001 Community Culinary Kitchen

April Showers Bring Cookie Flowers

You'll learn the art of using glaze techniques to create a vibrant, eye-catching cookie platter perfect for any spring celebration.

Wednesday, April 8, 2026, Romeoville Campus, RMA-1017 CCS Kitchen Classroom/Servery

Taste of Hibachi: A Beginner's Journey

Learn the basics of Japanese griddle cooking, including essential techniques, ingredient prep and cooking methods.

Tuesday, April 14, 2026, City Center, JCTR-3001 Community Culinary Kitchen

Cupcake Bouquet for Mother's Day

Instead of buying flowers that will wither, come and decorate a beautiful bouquet of decorated cupcakes that mom will love, too.

Saturday, May 9, 2026, City Center, JCTR-3001 Community Culinary Kitchen